"For the body of this dresser, I painted it in Slate Gray Chalk Style Paint. I’ve used quite a few brands of “chalk paint” before, and I definitely liked the General Finishes version. It’s a little less thick than others, which I actually prefer, and it went on super smooth. The finish also seems stronger than other chalk paints, so I left it as-is for now. I may decide later to add some furniture wax or flat acrylic, but I’d like to see how it hold ups up without a finish. I think this is...
Check out this gorgeous GF Java Gel stained table top from Bon Chic Refurbishments! It doesn't get any better than that!
Redbriar Antiques says, "These pictures were sent to us by Heather Bartolomei. She has revamped her entire kitchen using General Finishes Java Gel Stain and what a fantastic job she did!! Amazing transformation, Heather. Great job!!"
Such a gorgeous table top by DRE DESIGNS! It was refinished with General Finishes Java Gel Stain for a rich warm color.
Stunning kitchen transformation by The Mix : M&MF by Tara K using General Finishes Java Gel Stain and Gel Top Coat. To learn more about the project, click here: http://bit.ly/1KTzJHY
Donna Ginther transformed her golden oak cabinets by painting 3 coats of General Finishes Gray Gel Stain over her existing finish. What a gorgeous end result!
The color of GF's Gray Gel Stain is so light that it can only be successfully applied over raw wood with the wipe-away application method. If you prefer the painted look, we recommend using Milk Paint instead of Gel Stain. Still, Gel Stain is an excellent finish when painted on and we are thrilled to see the success of this project!
"Nothing beats your brand! We just finished a custom built piece for a client made from reclaimed wood from 1910. We used General Finishes High Performance in Satin and General Finishes Walnut Gel Stain. Customer loved it! I must say the application is a cinch and it turned out gorgeous. I will forever use your brand in our business. Your customer service is top notch. Thank you for being a great American company!" - Attics of My Life, LLC
"So lucky to get to refinish pieces like this! Makeover in General Finishes Lamp Black and Brown Mahogany stain, it looks so handsome now!!" - Shannon of Refurbished by Sweet Threepeats
This upcycled antique sewing machine table base was repurposed by Painting Pirates. The top is made from salvaged hickory floorboards that have been stained with General Finishes Java Gel Stain. We adore this piece!
"There is nothing quite like the look on a client's face when you deliver their custom piece! It makes it even better when they tell you it is everything they imagined and more! We are delighted at how happy the client was and how fantastic the table looked in her dining room. This 8' table and 7' bench were constructed of hand selected maple. The finish is a multiple stain finish of General Finishes Gray Gel Stain and Black Gel Stain. The table was then finished with a High Performance...
Painted by Kayla Payne created this absolutely stunning dresser with General Finishes Java Gel Stain and Flat Out Flat Topcoat.
Awesome kitchen transformation from Natasha Sawyer! She used General Finishes Java Gel Stain to give her cabinets a modern new look!
Bee's Knees refinished this chic sofa table using General Finishes Java Gel Stain and MMS's Schloss Milk Paint. Seagull Gray Milk Paint could also be used to get this look!
O'Chalky Designs with Jill McBride - That Chalky Mix stained the top of this beautiful claw foot table using Java Gel Stain and painted the chairs in Brick Red Milk Paint!
This stunning mirror and vanity were refinished by Love to Pieces using General Finishes Java Gel Stain!
Restoration@StudiosOnSheridan gave this cherry coffee table a new life! General Finishes Gray Gel Stain was used on the top and Driftwood Milk Paint topped with Snow White Milk Paint was used for the base. The base was lightly distressed to reveal some of the gray Gel Stain and the entire surface was sealed with General Finishes Flat Top Coat.
"Heart be still! This two tone beauty is a showstopper! I was debating what to do with it for a while, it had floral designs on the drawers and doors which definitely had to go but the wood grain was so pretty I decided to sand it all down, stain it GF Antique Walnut Gel Stain and finished it up with a matte coat of poly to seal it. - Second Time Around Furniture Rehab
What an awesome look from Airdrie Furniture Revival! The base was painted with GF Antique White Milk Paint and the top is a Java Gel Stain and Patina Green Milk Paint combo.
"I picked this little table up months ago. The top was in pieces & had chunks of wood missing. I was going to build a new top but thought I'd try to repair it first. I reglued, used Bondo to rebuild the side & reattached the top. I opted not to paint this piece for many reason & I'm so glad I listened to the piece. I used General Finishes gel stains in Java & Antique Walnut. Painting it on & wiping it back off lightly on the base. Leaving the stain in the low parts for...
Can't get enough of this gorgeous Java Gel stained table top by Creative Moments!
Loving this beachy vibe from Airdrie Furniture Revival! The top was stained with General Finishes Gray Gel Stain. Try GF's Key West Blue Chalk Style Paint for a similar body color.
Can't get enough of these rustic floating shelves by Aces of Oregon! They were stained with GF Antique Walnut Gel Stain and they look great!
Check out this cute table from Kat Wilson! Kat says, "Used Java Gel on this project. Came out amazing!! Love you GF!!"
Loving this simple yet classic table from Painted Perfection! Michelle of Painted Perfection says, "Wanted to share this pretty piece we finished with GF Linen Milk Paint and Java Gel! Can you believe this gorgeous piece used to be all black? Regular stain just wouldn't do for the top, so we added the extra rich touch of Java Gel!"
Adorable desk from Tammy Hooper Cox! It was painted with GF Antique White Milk Paint and stained with Java Gel Stain. Such a classy color combo and loving those knobs!
Gorgeous transformation from Christine Schmidt Spitz! Christine says, "I found my new passion! I purchased this piece and stripped, sanded, and repaired. I used GF Java Gel Stain first and then wiped on Georgian Cherry for added warmth. I followed the instructions for stain on raw wood. The trim was painted with GF Lamp Black Milk paint and HP topcoat to finish. I'm beyond pleased with the end product."
Mary Nall_ stained this profoundly beautiful vanity using GF's Java Gel Stain. Mary says, "I use Java Gel Stain on most anything I restrain after stripping a piece. Love it." Click here to see GF's brand new video: "How to Apply Gel Stain to Raw Wood" (
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Linda of Hello I Live Here says, "General Finishes Java Gel Stain to the rescue. From builder grade to upgrade." Fantastic work, Linda!
We can't get enough of this Mid Century Modern sideboard by Studio Paint of Fonthill, Ontario. The front of the drawers were stained with GF Antique Walnut Gel Stain and the sides and top were painted with Lamp Black Milk Paint. Studio Paint says, "All I can say about this painted mid century modern sideboard is Wow, Wow, Wow!!!" We couldn't agree more!
Another amazing GF Gel Stain transformation!! Karen Tillinghast Painter shared these cabinet doors and says, "Love your Brown Mahogany Gel Stain, before and after two coats. So easy!!"
Lisa of {createinspire} says, "I stepped out of my proverbial box and tried something other than Java! smile emoticon I'm loving this beautiful antique chest of drawers refinished in a custom white and Antique Walnut Gel Stain from GF. I love the warmth it gives to these beautiful mahogany drawer fronts."
Can't get enough of this country inspired coffee table from Revived Treasures! The bottom was painted with GF Driftwood Milk Paint and the top was stained with Java Gel Stain. Looks great!
This Midcentury Modern beauty by Reeves at The Weathered Door_ is our Monday crush! She used Java Gel Stain and High Performance Topcoat in Satin with Benjamin Moore paint, we suggest pairing it with our Snow White Milk Paint and HP Topcoat in Gloss for a similar look! See the full transformation here!
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Loving this desk transformation from Art is Beauty_! Karin uses General Finishes Java Gel Stain to create a faux woodgrain! Now to get the woodgrain look I am going to give you the easiest tool in the world to use…your hand! Yup..that’s it. When the top was ready for the stain I use a lint-less cloth (think old clean t-shirt) I drape the cloth over the top of my hand holding the cloth in my palm with my thumb and dip it in the stain. Going in one direction starting at one end I run the cloth...
"This was easily one of the funnest projects I've done! This was a collaboration done with my friend and fellow junk addict Nicole. She found the table and chairs for a song, I provided the materials, and we both put in the blood, sweat, and tears... ok,, who an I kidding, this was a full-on blast! After we stripped the top to bare, I really had Nicole raising her eyebrows when I chose French Linen, Emile, Duck Egg Blue, and Pure White Chalk Paint® just for the top, but I had a vision, and...
Totally drooling over with Java Gel stained table top by Distress me, Distress me not! It's absolutely stunning!
This Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers was is pretty bad shape when we purchased it. It is solid Walnut. We re-finished with General Finishes Java Gel Stain on the drawer fronts and the Top. Grey Gel Stain on the Sides and drawer spacers. It is beautiful!. - Fayettevilles Funky Yard Sale
Is this table magazine-worthy or what!? It was refinished by Susan of Saw Nail and Paint_ of Seattle, WA.Company_. " I spotted this vintage oak draw leaf table at my favorite Goodwill a couple of weeks ago and I thought it would be perfect for my dining room. This table was a steal at just $60. The top had some pretty bad scratches and water stains, but even so, this is one of those rare finds that I could have just used as is. I stripped the old finish off the top, let it dry for a day and...
The very talented Brad at Timber and Soul_ shared this custom built side table! He says, "Just completed this rustic side table for my return clients, Nic and Kat, who by the way, were actually one of Timber & Soul's very first clients. _ This side table is part of a matching living room set I built for them... Photos of the coffee table soon to come. This piece was hand distressed and finished with a Java Gel Stain for a rustic look and feel." We love it!
Marcy of R Old House Vintage & More refinished this lovely end table using General Finishes Linen Milk Paint topped with Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. Java Gel Stain was applied to the top.
Jennifer at Buy Smart Now_ shared this sweet Java Gel Stain restyle! Jennifer shared, "Custom job for a client wanting to darken this table a few shades. I used General Finishes Java Gel Stain and applied 3 light coats to achieve this rich, beautiful finish."
This cedar blanket box top was refinished with 2 coats of GF Java Gel Stain by Studio Paint_. Such a lovely rich color! Looks great!
This sweet dresser was refinished by Airdrie Furniture Revivalusing General Finishes Java Gel Stain. Mint Julep and Chivalry are the two paint colors used on this project.
This stunning table was made from scratch by From Evija with Love and stained with General Finishes Gel Stains. From Evija with Love says, "...Then came the star of the show – Java Gel Stain by General Finishes. This would really bring the table together. I used some frog tape to get the lovely crisp lines and stained the top as I went along. To achieve the lighter shades I used beeswax and General Finishes Gel Stain in American Oak. As the letters were slightly damaged when they were sanded...
Sometimes a furniture transformation doesn't need to include paint. Refinish with some gel stain and add new hardware, and be on your way with a classic look! - crimson + oak designs_ of Dallas, TX. This picture perfectly illustrates the power of GF Java Gel Stain!
